What's up this week

december 26

baretto / londra

Baretto/Londra lounge bar is a great option for a fancy happy hour. Located at the chique Fasano hotel, it is one of the most charming in town, around 7pm you can listen to Bossa Nova gigs and 70s rock.
Av Vieira Souto 80 / Ipanema

december 26

zaza bistrô

Very nicely decorated ambiance with hippie chique style and candle light. On the second floor, low tables with many cushions where you can take off your shoes and try the delicious and unexpected combinations made by different gastronomies from tropical regions on the planet.
Rua Joana Angélica 40 / Ipanema

december 27

trapiche gamboa

Gamboa, which has been the meeting place of old musicians, is back for the sake of choro lovers. Pixinguinha, Jacob do Bandolim and the like are always on the set list - just classic stuff! Get there by 8:30 for a good seat!
Rua Sacadura Cabral 155 / Praça Mauá - Centro

december 28

nova arte nova

Artists from 14 Brazilian states present their contemporary art here. Paintings, videos, colage, sculptures, drawings… 100% Brazilian art at Centro Cultural Banco do Brasil (CCBB) until January 4th.
Rua Primeiro de Março, 66 / Centro

december 28

universo paralello

The e-music festival happens during 7 days at paradise Pratigi beach, in Bahia. There are five simultaneous stages happening 24 hours a day: shows, DJs, workshops, etc. Travelers from all around the world come to enjoy this party.
www.universoparalello.art.br

december 29

christmas three

Until january 6th come and visit the biggest floating Christimas tree in the world, which decorates Rodrigo de Freitas' lagoon since 1996. This is a good day to ride a pedal boat over the water or have dinner in one of the kiosks.

december 30

rio boat party

Boat party! Spend a dancing afternoon sailing around Guanabara Bay, drinking caipirinha and savoring all you can eat barbecue. Cariocas and foreigners will enjoy a party that passes through different sites around Rio de Janeiro while you enjoy great background music set by djs.
www.rioboatparty.com.br

december 30

maja

Today is happening another edition of the MAJA party, at Lounge 69. Every Tuesday, the party usually gets crowded with beautiful people. The music range from house to techno, with some minimal… dance till morning! The local DJ Gustavo Tatá receives Ung&Bastos e German Tom Clark. VJ Guti Sá Freire creates wild projections inside 69’s stylish setting. Can't miss it!
Rua Farme de Amoedo 50/ Ipanema

january 02

café do forte

Café do Forte belongs to the traditional confeitaria Colombo, cultural and artistic referene in the city. Found inside Copacabana’s fortress, you can admire the view and enjoy a lovely breakfast or snack.
Praça Coronel Eugênio Franco 1/ Copacabana

january 03

muscle beach

Summertime is coming and nothing seems more carioca than a gym on the sands of Ipanema. Built on the open air, this gym has different equipments, yoga classes, stretching, capoeira and much more for free and to the sound of waves.

January 04

simplesmente bar

For drinking a beer, eating delicious appetizers and listening to top quality choro music. Every Sunday, from 6pm to 10pm in Santa Teresa. You can get there with the trolley!
Rua Pascoal Carlos Magno 115 / Santa Teresa

january 05

a maldita

The moto is: start out your week listening to good old Rock'n'Roll. Every Monday at Casa da Matriz. R$ 16.
Rua Henrique de Novaes 107 / Botafogo

january 05

flashback nuth

80s and 90s music Monday nights from 9pm on at Nuth.
Av Armando Lombardi 999 / Barra da Tijuca

january 06

bar civil

From Tuesday to Sunday you can sit down, have a beer and chat while listnening to rock music or another DJ’s choice cheering up the night.
Av Armando Lombardi 633 / Barra da Tijuca

january 07

kantha galo

The eco-friendly décor has nautical inspiration. Candle light, ambient music in one of the most beautiful spots in Rio. Try these: entrées, caipirinhas and refreshing sangrias.
Av Epitácio Pessoa - quiosque 19 / Lagoa

january 08

neo

Thursday nights at Lounge 69, in Ipanema, have great national and international e-music DJs invited in. Best to arrive there early and avoid being in line for hours.
Rua Farme de Amoedo 50 / Ipanema

january 09

mart´nália

“Samba runs through my veins, Samba is my school..” This part of artist Martnalia already shows that she is not mentally ill, nor sick of the feet. The show happens at Circo Voador.
Rua dos Arcos 1 / Lapa

january 09

elza soares

The evening is carried away with swing and samba by the unforgettable voice of singer Elza Soares at Teatro Rival BR. The artist presents the repertoire of her new album Elza Sapeca da Breca. Tickets from R$25 to R$ 60. Starts at 7:30 pm.
Rua Álvaro Alvim 33 / Centro

january 09

empório

This bar in Ipanema is always crowded on any given day. The young and alternative customers tend to stay until late listening to Rock- it closes at 5am. Good place for drinking a beer or debating over any given topic.
Rua Maria Quitéria 37 / Ipanema

january 10

oi noites cariocas

The event will heat up the summer nights of January and February with various international and national attractions: Natiruts, Lulu Santos, Nando Reis, Jorge Benjor, Zeca Pagodinho, O Rappa, Orishas and more. The 7th edition of the event happens at Pier Mauá. The shows starts at midnight. More information at www.oinoitescariocas.oi.com.br.
Avenida Rodrigues Alves 10 / Centro

january 10

bangalafumenga

The carnival street party performs at Fundição Progresso's stage. Funk, ciranda, pop rock… everything with plenty of rhythm! ,br>Rua dos Arcos 26 / Lapa

january 11

projeto raízes

Samba and feijoada, a fine carioca combination at Casa Rosa.. and you can also play pool. From 5pm on.
Rua Alice 550 / Laranjeiras

january 11

feira hippie

Do you feel like walking around Ipanema? Then take a look at what's new at Feira Hippie, the neighborhood's traditional open air market. Craftworks, paintings, bags, leather sandals, all kinds of accessories: you'll find it all. Learn how to bargain! From 9am to 6pm.
Praça General Osório / Ipanema

january 12

na beca!

Believe us, this venue attracts the entire city’s night lovers. What makes people go out on a Monday night like it’s still weekend? 60s and 70s Black music night at Atlântico, of course! Put on your best act and dance in full style!
Av Atlântica 3880 / Copacabana

january 13

humaitá pra peixe

One of the most important independent music festivals in Rio de Janeiro, Humaitá Pra Peixe is celebrating its 15th anniversary, a festival which has been occupying various venues in Rio de Janeiro. Best known for discovering new talents on the musical scene, the festival will present 30 bands performing every Tuesday and Sunday until December 31st. Tuesday at Sérgio Porto; Wednesday at the website; Thursday at Oi Futuro, and from Friday to Sunday at Sala Baden Powell. Visit the website for more information.
www.2009.humaitaprapeixe.com.br